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Zeynep Bilginsoy is an award-winning producer and fixer based in Istanbul, covering Turkey and the region for international clients.
BBC News - Discovering the World's Culture: Turkey's Mythical Mardin
Nikki Bedi travels to Mardin in the south east of Turkey to immerse herself in the arts and culture of the region. The area is well known for its historic old town and unique landscape but is fast becoming a central player in Turkey's arts scene. Producer.
BBC Sounds - The Arts Hour: On Tour in Istanbul
Nikki Bedi is on stage with top creative talents from Istanbul, exploring the blends of culture that flow across the Bosphorus strait between Europe and Asia and artistic responses to rapid change in the city that lives with the constant threat of earthquake. There’s a live psychedelic folk music performance from Gaye Su Akyol, a lament for the Hatay province from singer Selin Sümbültepe and a stand-up routine from banker turned comedian Kaan Sekban. Masterful maker of Turkish dramas, Zeynep Günay, takes Nikki on a ‘Culture Cab’ journey to her special filming locations. Aslı Özge talks about directing her 96 year old father in the film ‘Faruk’, Selman Nacar reveals why his film ‘Hesitation Wound’ is a metaphor for life in Turkey, and members of the audience join the discussion. Local Producer.